Oregon Tiger Beetle vs Clavigerite Ant Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oregon Tiger Beetle | Clavigerite Ant Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela oregona | Claviger testaceus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 11-15 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western North America from Alaska to California | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oregon Tiger Beetle
A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread tiger beetles in North America, with over a dozen recognized subspecies.
Clavigerite Ant Beetle
A tiny, blind, wingless rove beetle that is an obligate guest of Lasius ant colonies. It has lost its eyes and developed specialized trichomes that secrete ant-appeasing compounds.
Did You Know?
It is so dependent on ants that it cannot survive more than a few hours outside their nest.